ATEN US5324 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Sharing Switch (USB-A + USB-C Hosts)
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ATEN US5324 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Sharing Switch (USB-A + USB-C Hosts) - 2 Years Local Warranty
Built for a USB-A PC and a USB-C Laptop
The US5324 shares four USB peripherals between one USB Type-A computer and one USB Type-C computer – the common mix of an office desktop and a modern laptop – without adapters.
Right Cables in the Box
The switch has two USB-C computer ports and ships with one 1.5 m USB-C to USB-A cable and one 1.5 m USB-C to USB-C cable, so each computer connects with the cable that suits it.
5 Gbps for Four Devices
Three USB-A and one USB-C device ports run at USB 3.2 Gen 1, up to 5 Gbps. Switch with the pushbutton or the included remote port selector; InstaSync keeps it fast.
Compact essentials Design
Slim body with accent lighting and an optional USB-C auxiliary power input. Plug-and-play on Windows, macOS and Linux.
Mixing desktops and USB-C laptops across the office? Email sales@sourceit.com.sg for volume pricing and delivery lead time.
ATEN US5324 Datasheet — Technical Specifications
General
| Product Name | ATEN 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Sharing Switch (Host Type: A+C) |
| Model | US5324 |
| Order Code | US5324-AT |
| Local Warranty (Singapore) | 2 years carry-in warranty |
Connectors
| Computer Connections | 2 |
| Computer Ports | 2 x USB-C Female |
| Device Ports | 3 x USB Type-A Female; 1 x USB-C Female |
| Power | 1 x USB-C Female (optional) |
| Remote Port Selector | 1 x USB-C Female |
Performance
| USB Standard | USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Data Rate | 5 Gbps |
| Port Selection | Pushbutton / remote port selector |
| LEDs | 2 x Selected (Orange); 2 x Power (Orange, bottom side) |
| Cables Included | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C to Type-A (1.5 m); 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C to Type-C (1.5 m) |
| Operating Systems | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature | 0–40 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -20–60 °C |
| Humidity | 10–80% RH, non-condensing |
Physical
| Housing | Plastic |
| Weight | 77 g |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 14.5 x 5.65 x 1.52 cm |
Compatibility & Applications
Typical Computers
One computer with a USB Type-A port (typically a desktop) and one with a USB Type-C port (typically a recent laptop or Mac).
Typical Use
Hybrid desks where a company desktop and a personal or travel laptop share keyboard, mouse, webcam and storage.
Selection Tip
If both computers are USB-A, the US4324 is the matching model. If both are USB-C and you need laptop charging or 10 Gbps, consider the US3342.
Package Contents & ATEN USB Sharing Switch Ordering Information
In the Box
1 x US5324 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Sharing Switch, 1 x USB Type-C to Type-A cable (1.5 m), 1 x USB Type-C to Type-C cable (1.5 m), 1 x remote port selector.
ATEN USB Sharing Switch Models
| Model | Key feature |
| US4224 | 2 computers share 4 USB 2.0 devices, compact essentials design |
| US4322 | 2 computers share 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices |
| US4324 | 2 computers share 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices |
| US5324 (this listing) | 2 x 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1, one Type-A and one Type-C host |
| US3342 | 2 USB-C computers share 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices, 85 W PD pass-through |
| US3344 | 4 computers share 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices |
Datasheet & Downloads
| Datasheet | US5324 Datasheet (PDF) |
| Quick start guide | US5324 Quick Start Guide (PDF) |
| ATEN product page | US5324 on aten.com |
Need a PDF sent directly? Email sales@sourceit.com.sg quoting US5324-AT.
Frequently Asked Questions — ATEN US5324
Which computers can I connect?
One computer with a USB Type-A port and one with a USB Type-C port, using the two included cables (USB-C to USB-A and USB-C to USB-C).
Does it charge my laptop?
ATEN does not list power delivery to the computer for this model. The USB-C power input is auxiliary power for the switch and attached devices.
How do I switch computers?
With the pushbutton on the unit or the included remote port selector.
Do I need drivers?
No. Plug-and-play and hot-pluggable on Windows, macOS and Linux.
What warranty do I get?
2 years local carry-in warranty. Supplied by SourceIT with a GST invoice.